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Viewing Eating out in Melbourne - From Pizza to Deli FareEating out in Melbourne - From Pizza to Deli Fare
By smartkathy.green
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Melbourne is recognized as one of the world's most likable cities. This article provides a few suggestions for travelers with a yen to sample the various flavors and textures of Melbourne cuisine. She covers diverse dishes from pizza to desserts. For gourmet pizza in Melbourne, Australia, there is nothing to beat I Carusi. There is no one that can beat what they do with mozzarella, tomato, and a sprig of basil. The crust is thin, the slightest bit sweet, and it melts in your mouth. One day I will look past the margherita, but that day is not coming soon. Make sure you try the dessert pizzas. My recommendation is the Apricot with White Chocolate and Praline. Yes, your heart might give up on you, but it will give up on you perfectly content. Vegetarians will not feel left out here. Most restaurants will have a good selection of veggie offerings, and then there are those that are swamped by carnivores like me every day because they are so fantastic. Veggie Bar in Brunswick Street is an institution, with its warehouse look: large, communal square tables, and new-age vibe. The organic drinks go by encouraging names that include the words cleanser, purifier, and carob-booster, and the warps, tagines, and falafel burst with flavor and health. If you are in the mood for pizza, go with the Bluebelle - blue cheese pumpkin and roasted cashew nuts. Always yummy. Then there's the Moroccan Soup Bar. It usually takes at least two tries to get in here, unless you make a point to line up half an hour before the restaurant actually opens. It is a tiny, bright place, with tables and chairs that don't match, and a friendly owner who will recite the menu to you. If it's your first time, go for the banquet. You can try everything on the five-course menu, starting with mint tea, and pita bread and dips, finishing off with baklava and strong, black coffee. The highlight here is the Chickpea Bake, a mysterious and crunchy concoction of chickpeas, yoghurt, pita bread, honey, and roasted almonds. Another funky vegetarian joint is Soulmama, right on St. Kilda Beach. The waves crash and the gulls scream outside, but on a winter day you can get cozy in front of the fireplace and pretend you are in a log cabin. The decor is cheerful and original - bright cushions in a variety of seating arrangements, large tables, and a canteen-style system. There is a place named Shanghai Dumpling House in Tattersalls Lane about 10 minutes by car from East Melbourne. Believe me, my car rental from Melbourne Airport really helped me to explore such places. It is massive, well-established, always buzzing, and though it feels like an institution, it has only been around since 1992. The dumplings here have a bit of a crunch that dumplings from other houses don't, and though the air hangs faintly with vinegar, and you have to get your own sauces and tea (from the counter), it is well worth it. If Tex Mex is your thing, you must go to Los Amates on Johnston Street Collingwood, an inner suburb of Melbourne. I will go so far as to claim that they have the best nachos in Victoria. Believe me. For falafel, kebabs, or lamb with rice, cafe Zum Zum in North Fitzroy is a good bet. If you are in the middle of the city, make your way over to Flinders Lane with is sidewalk cafes, and look up Bluefish, a great seafood restaurant offering huge portions of fresh, batter-fried fish, chips, and tartar sauce. For dessert, Max Brenner's waffles with dark chocolate, and maybe strawberries, will hit the spot. When I'm in a feisty mood, San Churro's Azteca, thick, hot, and spiced with cinnamon and chili, cannot be outdone. If you are looking to tuck a bit of grocery shopping into your weekend breakfast expedition, you will have to visit Victoria Market. Melbourne's most famous fresh produce market, it has been open every weekend since 1878. Sporting tables laden with fruit, vegetables, wine, preserves, and confectionery, you will need an hour or two to get your fill. It is easy to reach if you hire a car in Melbourne. The deli section is impressive - every kind of cured meat and sausage imaginable. The oysters are frosty and fresh, and portly Italian butchers yell out their bargains, adding to the excitement. Grab a croissant and park yourself at a table. If it is summertime, there is bound to be some live music on, and the tables closest to the stage are a great vantage point. So that's a quick round-up of my favorites on the Melbourne easy dining scene. Now I'm off to start the evening with some good company, spicy wedges and sour cream. About the Author: I am Kathy Green and traveling is my passion, I like to travel in different destinations all over the world and I mostly prefer to book my car with the car rental Australia service. The car hire service in Melbourne, Australia made my last trip successful and I enjoyed it a lot. Article source: 111 Travel Directory: Triple1.com (triple one dot com) |
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